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05 Nov

Centre Reverses Decision to Dissolve Panjab University Senate After Strong Opposition

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Chandigarh, November 5, 2025 — The Central Government has officially withdrawn its notification that dissolved the Panjab University Senate, reversing an earlier decision that had drawn widespread criticism.The move follows strong objections from political leaders, academic associations, and student unions, who argued that the dissolution violated the university’s autonomous character and was inconsistent with constitutional principles.The Punjab Government had earlier declared its intention to contest the decision in the High Court, stating that the Centre’s action undermined the state’s role in the functioning of the university.By restoring the Senate, the government has defused a growing confrontation over control of one…

Central Government Responsible for Repairs at Kartarpur Corridor: Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabcentral government, Corridor, Kartarpur, Responsibility

National Times Bureau :- Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje has emphasized that it is the central government’s responsibility to ensure the maintenance and repair of the Kartarpur Corridor. Speaking on the matter, she stated that timely intervention and restoration work are essential to preserve the facility and ensure smooth access for pilgrims. The minister highlighted that the corridor plays a crucial role in religious tourism and cross-border connectivity, and the government remains committed to addressing the ongoing maintenance issues promptly.

Centre Slashes Punjab’s Borrowing Limit by ₹16,676 Crore, Citing Unpaid Power Subsidies

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Chandigarh, May 21, 2025: The Central Government has dealt a serious financial blow to Punjab by slashing its borrowing limit for the fiscal year 2025–26 by ₹16,676 crore. Against a requested borrowing of ₹47,076.40 crore, the Centre has approved only ₹30,400.40 crore.For the April–December period alone, Punjab had sought ₹35,307 crore but was allotted only ₹21,905 crore. The total proposed borrowing ceiling for the full year was ₹51,117 crore.The Centre cited Punjab’s non-payment of power subsidies ₹5,444 crore already overdue and ₹4,107 crore still pending as the key reason for the cut. Additionally, the state’s recent loans worth ₹4,151.07 crore…